Around the Azalea Coast | July 2025

Make it your PLACE: the North Carolina Coast.

Top 10 Ways to Enjoy Indoor - Outdoor Living in the Cape Fear

• Open the House to the Breeze – Install sliding or folding glass doors to let in the coastal air and blur the line between inside and out.

• Dine Al Fresco – Set up a shady outdoor dining area with string lights and enjoy fresh local seafood under the stars.

• Create a Screened Porch Retreat – Escape the bugs but stay in nature with a classic Southern screened-in porch or Carolina Room, perfect for morning coffee or evening cocktails.

• Bring the Outdoors In – Use natural materials, coastal colors, and leafy plants indoors to reflect the surrounding environment.

• Outdoor Showers and Mudrooms – Rinse off the sand and salt in a stylish outdoor shower before heading inside.

• Build a Coastal Fire Pit – Add warmth and ambiance with a fire feature for gathering on cooler beach nights.

• Garden with Purpose – Surround your space with native plants, dune grasses, and pollinator-friendly flowers that thrive in coastal conditions.

• Relax in a Hammock or Swing – Find a shady spot to sway with a book, a breeze, and a beach view.

• Cook Outside – A well-appointed outdoor kitchen or grill zone lets you enjoy the sea air while preparing your meals.

• Enjoy Sunset and Sunrise Views – Design outdoor spaces that frame the magic of the coast—from sunrises over the Atlantic to sunset skies over the marsh.

Indoor/Outdoor Living Along the Southeastern North Carolina Coast: Living in Harmony with Nature

Life along the southeastern coast of North Carolina offers something rare: a seamless blend of natural beauty, relaxed living, and year-round enjoyment of the outdoors. In towns like Southport, Wilmington, Oak Island, Bald Head Island, and surrounding coastal communities, the line between “inside” and “outside” is often beautifully blurred in our homes. The mild climate, salt-scented breezes, and stunning landscapes have inspired a lifestyle that embraces indoor/outdoor living—not just as a trend, but as a way of life. read more

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